Ah Lilliandra, you are an idea person... I am a get things done person, and I doubt that any of us thought that this was Chris' only source of income, that would have been frankly stupid to assume. However this site takes in money. Actual money that some of us have paid, making us customers. The rest of us are potential customers are we not? So even if he see this as his little silly hobby it is STILL a business, and as any good business manager should know, you create for the clientele. In all honesty if even HLB is nervous about the site continuation when she steps down, then I wouldn't be at all surprised if many people who sunk money into this ship feel cheated. It seems that we are only set to be able to make any kind of substantial changes if we have known Chris for a long time, as HLB has to use this fact and sweet-talk tactics in order to prod him in the right direction. Really what chance do the majority of us stand even if we do pet his ego?
Again even classifying this as a social experiment it doesn't meet the mark. Social experiments have clear goals set out from the get go and in a lot of cases a set run time. Technically I was correct in calling us Beta testers, the only difference is that some of us paid for our time here. So I’m sorry that I cannot sit back and enjoy the experience because as much as I like the concept the whole setup is too flawed to accept. I'm glad that some of you gals can have such an easy going attitude towards issues, like false advertising. Unfortunately I can't shake that persistently unsatisfied sensation I get when coming up with improvements suggestions, because I know they are likely to never be addressed.
This is so horribly confusing to me. I understand Floyd's
frustration perfectly. There is no purpose to this site; everything constantly
conflicts. There seems to be more of an emphasis on debate than on fashion, yet
this is a dress up site. We are supposed to elect a PrimeBimbo, who should fulfil
the function of President, yet the Primebimbo holds no actual power. We support
charities but this site is not actively raising money for charity. It has no
financial purpose, it's not used for marketing reasons and re-capturing the
glory days of the old Bimbo forums simply cannot happen when changes are not implemented.
It's also not a social experiment, like Floyd pointed out. Spending three years
in university studying sociology has taught me that a social experiment cannot
exist without clear guidelines, a carefully selected target audience and a
thesis to prove or disprove. Heavenleighbimbo's second description of an ant
farm makes more sense to me.
I admit, I came here fully intending to waste my spare time and to distract
myself from the difficulties of life. But this site is not mindless. I
have strong views I feel compelled to share, I have lots of creative ideas and
helpful suggestions, I'm debating and at the same time I'm picking out outfits,
playing fiercely competitive games, working as a plumber, complaining about my
boyfriend and figuring out how this new interactive map makes sense
politically. It sounds nice to have all these options available but none of
them are linked and the site is actively coercing you to explore every aspect
it has to offer. So what am I? What is my goal? Why am I playing this game? Am
I a political activist or a bimbo? Am I a plumber or a debater? Should I be
mindlessly picking out clothes or dreg up my old university books to explain to
people that right-wing thinking does not work this way?
My main issue is that this site could be absolutely brilliant, it's overflowing
with untapped potential and intelligent women who are willing to make this a
success. What shocks me most and makes me generally uncomfortable is Chris'
complete lack of care for Bimbolands. I have only been here for a little more
than two weeks and I still seem to care more than the actual creator. He seems
blind and deaf to wishes and demands of his clientele and doesn't seem to care
enough to sell the site to someone more capable. I'm begging anyone who knows him
to prove me wrong, since if I am, then there's hope.
I can see how this could be a social experiment for him.... hmmnnn... interesting... As someone who has conducted research as well.... I can understand why he wouldn't make HIS goals public. Everyone here assumes that he doesn't know how to run a business/website... he does. He has. I may not agree with his tactics, but its his site. He will run it how he sees fit.. and at the end of the day, we are given a choice... continue to play or don't. Regardless how much we'd like to see change... we ALL keep coming back! There's millions of websites and games, if this one is sooooo bad.... why do we come back? Why don't we just find a different game/site to play on? Wouldn't that be the logical thing?
As for anyone who spent money on the site as it is... I understand you are paying customers and want to see things happen. BUT you were all aware that this site is Beta testing. Which means, its in development. IT could go either way. YES theres potential but we also know the history of Miss bimbo and how it all went down. Perhaps bimbolands was opened to the public too early...
What is Ximbo land ?
The Internet republic of Ximbo lands is the worlds first Internet republic.
What is its mission?
To unite the world.
Where is MissBimbo.com? Miss Bimbo was much better than this site.
The Internet republic of Ximbo land was created by Miss Bimbo herself and is its more
intelligent successor. The old site was for junior bimbos. This site is for intelligent Ximbos.
What is the national flag of Ximbo land?
When was the Internet republic of Ximbo land
founded
2007
What is the capital city of the Internet republic of
Ximbo land?
Bimbo City
How many states make up the internet republic of
Ximbo land?
There are 6 states that make up the internet republic of Ximbo lands. They are
Atheistia, Freethinkerland, Reasonopia, Agnostica, Secville, and Antitheocra. Bimbo City is the neutral administrative
capital and is its own city zone. Boob Island is the home of the President of the Internet republic of Ximbo land
What is a Ximbo citizen?
A ‘Ximbo’ or ‘Ximbo citizen’ is a member of the internet republic of Ximbolands
community.
How can I become a Ximbo citizen?
In order to become a citizen of Ximboland you must first pass the Ximbolands citizens
test. It is free to become a Ximbo citizen.
What is a Ximbo senator?
A Ximbo senator is a senior member of the Internet republic of Ximbo land. Only senators
are eligible to put themselves forward for election to become State Ministers and then ultimately the Prime
Ximbo.
Who is the Prime Ximbo?
The Prime Ximbo is the democratically elected head of the Internet republic of Ximbo
land.
Where does the Prime Ximbo live?
The Prime Ximbo lives in the Pink House for the 4 month term they are in office.
I want to become Prime Ximbo. How do I do
that?
Any Ximbo citizen can become Prime Ximbo using the democratic process. Its a 3 stage
process from Senator>State Minister> Prime Ximbo. All Ximbo citizens can vote in general elections but in order to
put themselves forward to become Prime Ximbo they must first become a Ximbo senator. All Ximbo senators are
electable as state ministers. State Minister elections take place every 4 months also. Only state ministers are eligible
to then become the Prime Ximbo.
Can I become Prime Ximbo more than once?
Yes a Ximbo can hold the position of Prime Ximbo for 3 terms max.
How often do elections take place?
The Internet republic of Ximbolands holds elections every 4 months for Prime Ximbo and 4
months for State Minister.
Where do important discussions take place?
The Forum.
What is the treasury/Prime Ximbos salary?
The treasury/salary is the bank account of the Internet republic of Ximbo land. This figure
is transferred to the paypal account of the Prime Ximbo at the end of their 4 month term in charge.
How is the treasury calculated?
The treasury is funded by the Ximbo citizens.
A percentage of the money paid by Ximbo citizens via Paypal and SMS is transferred into the Ximbo treasury.
The rest is wisely used for further game development.
What's the national colour of Ximbo land?
Pink
How old must I be in order to become a Ximbo land
citizen?
Anyone over the age of 18 are welcome to become a Ximbo citizen.
When are the national holidays of Ximbo
land?
Jan 1st New years day
Feb 12th Darwin day
Feb 14th Lovers day
March 8th Womens day
March 21st Spring solstice
April 13th The Hitchslap Day (Christopher Hitchens birthday)
May 3rd National day of reason
June 21st World Humanist Day
Aug 2nd The Internet republic of Ximbo land national day
Sep 21st Peace one day
Dec 25th Newtons birthday
What is the currency of Ximbo land?
The Ximbo Dollar (B$). Currently it is pegged in value to the US$
Who is the President of Ximbo land?
Miss Bimbo is the president of Ximbo land. She founded the bimbo nation in 2007 after
escaping the tyranny, bigotry and and conservatism of the old world. You can read more about her here
and here